Germany's Merz vows to press ahead with reforms after historic state election defeat

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has faced a major electoral setback in two state elections, with his center-right party losing ground. The far-right Alternative for Germany party made significant gains.

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Germany's Merz vows to press ahead with reforms after historic state election defeat

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz speaks to media at the Christian Democratic Union party headquarters in Berlin, Germany, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026.

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